Calibration Engineer – Hybrid Powertrain Focus

FEV GmbH; Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

25 days annual leave

Pension contribution

Training opportunities

Death in Service 4x annual salary

Free Eye Tests

Cycle to work

Free workplace parking

Job summary

FEV UK Ltd. is seeking a Calibration Engineer to lead hybrid powertrain calibration on customer projects. The role is hands‑on with on‑site work, data analysis, and OBD strategy validation to ensure regulatory compliance.

You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams and support international test trips. The ideal candidate has an engineering degree and 2+ years in a similar role, with strong tool experience (INCA, CANalyzer, CANoe, Creta, Uniplot, MATLAB) and fluent English.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree and 2+ years in a similar role.
• Strong understanding of Powertrain Control Module software, especially in hybrid applications.
• Experience with INCA, CANalyzer, CANoe, Creta, Uniplot.
• Familiarity with IEC 61508, ISO 26262, EN 50126.
• Experience in vehicle-level testing and hybrid system validation.
• Fluent written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Lead calibration and development activities for customer powertrains, focusing on hybrid systems.
• Analyse and interpret powertrain data to identify and resolve issues.
• Act as liaison between cross-functional teams for alignment.
• Understand and validate OBD strategies for compliance.
• Execute and analyse OBD tests and produce regulatory documentation.
• Develop action plans to meet project milestones.

Skills

Powertrain control

Hybrid systems

Team collaboration

English fluency

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

INCA

CANalyzer

CANoe

Creta

Uniplot

MATLAB

Job description

Location: Coventry

Working Time: Full-time

Company: FEV UK Ltd.

WHAT WE DO – AND WHY!

Mobility connects people. People shape mobility. With 6,100 employees around the globe, FEV develop revolutionary and efficient drive systems, cross‑link vehicles with each other and their surroundings, and strive to make our lives safer using intelligent systems. We need the right people at the right place to do so.

FEV UK is the subsidiary of FEV Group for the British market covering the UK customers and together with our global teams we deliver projects. From our modern UK test and engineering centre in Coventry we work on exciting e‑powertrain projects contributing to significant reduction in CO2 in transportation and mobility.

Tasks

The Role: Calibration Engineer – Hybrid Powertrain Focus

We’re looking for a Calibration Engineer to play a key role in supporting our customers on‑site. This is a hands‑on, technically rich position that places you at the heart of powertrain development—particularly in the fast‑evolving world of hybrid calibration.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead calibration and development activities for customer powertrains, with a strong focus on hybrid systems to meet performance, emissions, and drivability targets.
• Analyse and interpret powertrain data to identify and resolve system‑level issues.
• Act as a key liaison between cross‑functional teams, ensuring smooth communication and technical alignment.
• Understand and validate OBD (On‑Board Diagnostics) strategies, ensuring compliance and functionality.
• Execute and analyse OBD tests, and produce documentation for legal and regulatory purposes.
• Drive validation of customer requirements using targeted testing methods.
• Develop and implement action plans to meet project milestones, motivating teams to deliver results.
• Conduct test driving for OBD data acquisition and calibration refinement.
• Support calibration development and validation of various engine and hybrid system components.
• Create and optimise tools to support calibration workflows.
• Participate in test trips and validation loops, both locally and internationally.
• Gain additional technical expertise through our structured training and development programme, designed to support your professional growth and broaden your calibration knowledge.
• Expertise in aftertreatment calibration and emissions compliance strategies.
• Advanced thermal management calibration techniques for conventional and hybrid powertrains.
• Development, validation, and optimisation of OBD calibration strategies to meet legislative requirements.

Qualification

What You’ll Bring

• A degree in Engineering and 2+ years of experience in a similar role.
• Strong understanding of Powertrain Control Module software, especially in hybrid applications.
• Proficiency with tools such as INCA, CANalyzer, CANoe, Creta, Uniplot.
• Familiarity with safety standards like IEC 61508, ISO 26262, EN 50126.
• Experience in vehicle‑level testing and hybrid system validation.
• Excellent time management and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
• Fluent written and spoken English.

Education & Technical Skills

• Hands‑on experience with data acquisition software/hardware.
• Strong command of Microsoft Office and engineering tools (INCA, Uniplot, MATLAB, etc.).
• Ability to manipulate complex Excel files for data analysis.
• Experience in customer‑facing roles with clear and effective reporting.

Interpersonal Qualities

• A proactive communicator and team player.
• Ownership mindset with a focus on delivering high‑quality work.
• Detail‑oriented, enthusiastic, and adaptable.
• Strong problem‑solving instincts and a passion for innovation.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Shape the mobility of tomorrow, being involved in projects that will develop carbon reduction in the automotive industry
• Attractive salary package, depending on experience and specialist knowledge
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Pension contribution
• Training opportunities as part of FEV UK
• Death in Service is 4 times Annual Salary
• Cycle to work bike purchasing scheme
• Salary sacrifice lease car scheme
• Free Eye Tests
• Free Vaccinations (such as flu vaccination)
• Mobile Phone Contributions (where applicable)
• Option to Buyand SellAnnual leave
• Social events
• Free workplace car parking (where applicable)
• Hybrid working, family friendly policies